Rick Perry made a visit to Tomball, making an appearance at the Harris County Smokehouse Oct. 31. The room was full of residents from Tomball and surrounding areas. “Vote for Perry” signs were placed at every table, while several people held one in their hands.

“It’s good to be back in North Harris County,” Perry said.

Pictured, Rick Perry speaking to the crowd of guests at Harris County Smokehouse.

He promoted the Nov. 2 election and suggested the community call friends and family in other states and to ask about their elections. Perry said there is 37 governorships this election.

“That is the most in one cycle in governor history,” he said.

Perry promoted local Tea Parties, saying they cause people to be engaged in government and has caused more people to read the Constitution.

He told his audience of about 200 that his favorite amendment was the Tenth Amendment because it gives the power to the states.

According to Perry four out of five private sector jobs created since 2005 have come in Texas.

“This election is about: do we really want to keep Texas on this path,” He asked. “They live in a place where they can take care of their family.”

Perry encouraged all residents to vote early, and be involved in their communities any way they can.

“Be on city council, school board or a state representative,” he said.

Residents filed into lines for an opportunity to take a picture with Perry following his speech.

Perry is currently running against former City of Houston Mayor Bill White for the Governor’s position.

Election Day is Nov. 2.

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